What is the cheapest way to get from Maputo to Umhlanga?

The cheapest way to get from Maputo to Umhlanga is to bus which costs R 480 - R 1 500 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maputo to Umhlanga?

The fastest way to get from Maputo to Umhlanga is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs R 3 800 - R 5 500.

How far is it from Maputo to Umhlanga?

The distance between Maputo and Umhlanga is 457 km. The road distance is 525.8 km.

How do I travel from Maputo to Umhlanga without a car?

The best way to get from Maputo to Umhlanga without a car is to bus which takes 5h 41m and costs R 480 - R 1 500.

How long does it take to get from Maputo to Umhlanga?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Maputo to Umhlanga, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Maputo to Umhlanga?

The best way to get from Maputo to Umhlanga is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs R 3 800 - R 5 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 480 - R 1 500 and takes 5h 41m.

Can I drive from Maputo to Umhlanga?

Yes, the driving distance between Maputo to Umhlanga is 526 km. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Maputo to Umhlanga.

Where can I stay near Umhlanga?

There are 2640+ hotels available in Umhlanga.

Maputo to Umhlanga - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maputo to Umhlanga by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane MPM - DUR
1h 31m
R 3,842–5,244
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Durban Bus Stnbus
5h 41m
R 487–1,410
Drive 525.8 km
1. Drive from Maputo to Umhlangacar 525.8 km
7h 11m
R 1,183–1,708
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane MPM - PZB
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Durbanbus
5h 53m
R 5,618–17,275

Maputo International Airport (MPM) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

5Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

R 1,863Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 457.3 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Maputo, Mozambique and Umhlanga, South Africa?

Qatar Airways flies from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) 5 times a week. Alternatively, InterCape operates a bus from Maputo to Durban Bus Stn 3 times a day. Tickets cost R 390–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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